BRAISED LAMB STEW (FRESH-HERB KHORESH)

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This traditional Persian stew of lamb, kidney beans, and onions, is flavored with turmeric, saffron, coriander and Persian limes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Lamb Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 medium onions, peeled and thinly sliced (about 1 1/2 pounds)
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon coarse salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1/2 teaspoon ground saffron, dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
6 whole dried Persian limes, pierced
1 cup dried kidney beans
4 cups water
6 cups finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups finely chopped garlic chives or scallions
2 cups finely chopped fresh coriander
1 teaspoon ground fenugreek
4 tablespoons dried Persian lime powder or 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice

Steps:

  • Heat 4 tablespoons olive oil in a medium stockpot over medium heat. Add lamb, onions, and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until meat is no longer pink and onions are softened, about 20 minutes. Add salt, pepper, turmeric, saffron water, whole dried Persian limes, and kidney beans; cook a few minutes more. Add the water. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add chopped parsley, chives, coriander, and fenugreek. Cook, stirring frequently, until they are wilted, about 10 minutes. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil, and cook, stirring constantly, until the herbs are very fragrant, about 10 minutes more.
  • Add sauteed herbs and lime powder to lamb mixture. Cover; simmer until meat and beans are tender, about 2 1/2 hours. Uncover stew, and cook until beans are very tender, and stew has thickened slightly. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve hot.

Rnzt Shrestha
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I love the combination of spices in this stew. It's flavorful and aromatic, and it really warms you up on a cold day.


Sk Jobbar
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This is the best lamb stew recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Tenko in Frog Hat
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always a hit with my family. They love the tender lamb and the flavorful sauce.


evan rafi
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Soham Imran
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I love that this stew is made with fresh herbs. It really gives it a bright and flavorful taste.


Kakooza Rajab
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the spices warm you up from the inside out.


zong Super
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I'm not a big fan of lamb, but this stew changed my mind. The lamb was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful.


Magadime Cathrine
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This is the best lamb stew I've ever had. The meat was so tender and the sauce was so rich and flavorful.


Connie Birdsong
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out great! The lamb was fall-apart tender and the sauce was thick and flavorful.


Halidu Shuaibu yabagi
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This stew is so easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I love that I can use fresh herbs from my garden.


Ashabi Abimbola
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I've made this stew several times now and it's always perfect. The lamb is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is always flavorful and rich.


Waseem Kalo
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This is my new favorite lamb stew recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Adebisi Rokibat
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I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about how tender the lamb was and how flavorful the sauce was.


Jared Cochran
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This lamb stew was absolutely delicious! The lamb was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it over rice, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.